In-person

Her Africa

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21 August, 2026

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12:00-17:00 SAST

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ALX Johannesburg

Across business, technology, the creative industries, and social impact, women are shaping the continent’s future through bold ideas, meaningful work, and collaborative leadership.

Her Africa brings together founders, professionals, creators, and emerging leaders for an afternoon of conversation, practical learning, and meaningful connection designed to inspire action and unlock new opportunities.

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Her Africa

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Celebrating the women who are building Africa— and building each other.

Across business, technology, the creative industries, and social impact, women are shaping the continent’s future through bold ideas, meaningful work, and collaborative leadership.

Her Africa brings together founders, professionals, creators, and emerging leaders for an afternoon of conversation, learning, and connection designed to inspire action and unlock new opportunities

Event Speakers

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Meet industry experts and inspiring changemakers who will share valuable insights, practical knowledge, and real-world experiences throughout the event.

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Speaker

Amina Patterson

Venture Growth Strategist, Founder Advisor and Professional Director

Amina Patterson is a Venture Growth Strategist, Founder Advisor and Professional Director (SA) with extensive experience helping entrepreneurs strengthen their business models, penetrate markets, raise capital and scale sustainably. As the founder of Solve4X and an Investment Committee member at E Squared, she has supported more than 70 founders and contributed to leading entrepreneurship and SMME development initiatives across South Africa.

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Shana-Michelle

Chief Operating Officer at ALX

Shana-Michelle is the Chief Operating Officer at ALX, where she leads organisational operations and works with the executive team to shape and deliver ALX Africa’s strategic priorities. She joined the African Leadership Group in 2016 as a faculty member at ALU and went on to hold leadership roles across leadership development, people operations, strategy, and the Chief of Staff function, working across multiple African markets. She transitioned into operations leadership in 2023, became COO in November 2024, and outside work enjoys family time, game nights, TikTok, and rewatching Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

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Nozipho McLean

Actress, Producer and Founder of Long Story Long

Nozipho McLean is a South African-born actress, producer and founder of Long Story Long, a storytelling platform exploring the human journeys behind success, leadership and purpose. With over a decade of experience across film, television and cultural programming in the U.S., including roles in Smoke, Westworld and Divorce, she has worked at the intersection of African culture, global media and the diaspora. Now based in Johannesburg, Nozipho uses storytelling to amplify African voices, humanise leadership and challenge inherited narratives about who Africans are and who we are becoming.

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Event Schedule

12:30 am

Arrival & Community Networking

Registration, refreshments, and an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees
before the programme begins.

1:45 am

The New African Narrative

Africa’s future will be shaped not only by innovation and enterprise, but by the stories we choose to tell. This conversation explores how women are redefining perceptions of Africa through media, film, fashion, publishing, art, and digital storytelling— celebrating African excellence, challenging outdated narratives, and inspiring a new generation of builders.

3:15 am

Community Spotlight

An interactive session where attendees introduce themselves, share what they’re
building, and connect with other women across industries—uncovering opportunities for collaboration and beginning relationships that extend well beyond the event.

4:45 am

AI Masterclass: Building with AI

A practical masterclass demonstrating how AI can help women build businesses,
accelerate careers, create compelling content, and work more effectively.
Participants leave with tools, workflows, and ideas they can apply immediately.

5:45 am

Refreshment Break

Grab some water

6:45 am

Building Businesses That Matter

A fireside conversation with founders, investors, and business leaders exploring what it takes to build sustainable ventures in Africa—entrepreneurship, growth, access to capital, resilience, and creating businesses that deliver both economic and social impact.

8:00 am

Building Wealth That Lasts

This practical session will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to make
informed financial decisions. From budgeting and investing to protecting your
income and planning for long-term financial security, the conversation will explore practical strategies to help women strengthen their financial foundations, build wealth with confidence, and create lasting financial independence.

9:15 am

Curated Networking Experience

Close the day with an intentionally designed networking session connecting
attendees with founders, creators, investors, operators, mentors, and future
collaborators through guided introductions and themed networking circles.